Can You Run Local AI on an Older PC? RAM, VRAM and GPU Upgrades Explained
Can an older desktop run local AI? Learn what RAM and GPU VRAM change, when to upgrade, and why one home-lab builder chose an RTX 3090.
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Why Are There So Many Security Updates? What Home-Lab Owners Should Patch First
Overwhelmed by browser, server and WordPress updates? Learn a practical, risk-based order for patching home-lab systems and devices.
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AI Agents, Local Models and Cybersecurity with Christian Johnson – HGG693
Christian Johnson returns to Home Gadget Geeks to discuss AI-powered coding, useful older PCs, local models on an RTX 3090, managed Docker hosting and the growing importance of security updates.
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What Should an AI Agent Actually Do in Your Smart Home?
Should AI agents control your smart home? My experience with Jimbot, Home Assistant and Storm Guard shows where AI can observe, explain and recommend—and where rules should stay in control.
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OpenClaw vs. Hermes: How to Choose an AI Agent for Your Home Lab
Trying to choose between OpenClaw and Hermes for your home lab? Start with the work, permissions and maintenance you need—not a winner-takes-all feature list.
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Getting Started with OpenClaw: Build Trust Before You Build Agents
If I were building OpenClaw again today, I would not start with faster hardware or a newer model. I would start with one real problem, ChatGPT Plus, Docker, Git, and a system that earns trust slowly.
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